by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how MIT ranks among other schools offering degrees in operations research.
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The bachelor's program at MIT was ranked #1 on College Factual's Best Schools for operations research list.
In 2022, 11 students received their master’s degree in operations research from MIT. This makes it the #15 most popular school for operations research master’s degree candidates in the country.
Part-time undergraduates at MIT paid an average of $2,775 per credit hour in 2022-2023. This tuition was the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $59,750 | $59,750 |
| Fees | $406 | $406 |
| Books and Supplies | $880 | $880 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $19,390 | $19,390 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,304 | $2,304 |
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MIT does not offer an online option for its operations research bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the MIT Online Learning page.
Of the 6 operations research students who graduated with a master's degree in 2021-2022 from MIT, about 50% were men and 50% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a master's in operations research.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the operations research majors at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 308 |
| Systems Engineering | 219 |
| Electrical Engineering | 207 |
| Aerospace & Aeronautical Engineering | 137 |
| Chemical Engineering | 113 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.